Group Work
Group work is a teaching method where students
collaborate in small teams to complete a shared task, promoting active learning
and peer interaction. This approach helps students develop critical skills like
communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, and allows them to construct
knowledge together by sharing different perspectives and ideas. Key aspects
include providing structure through specific roles, establishing clear
expectations, and intentionally forming groups to foster an inclusive learning
environment.
Benefits of group work
Develops key skills: Students gain valuable
experience in collaboration, communication, and problem-solving.
Promotes active learning: Students actively
construct knowledge by discussing and applying concepts, rather than passively
receiving information.
Encourages peer learning: Students learn from and
teach each other, leveraging diverse perspectives and skills within the group.
Fosters a positive learning community: It helps
build a more engaged and collaborative classroom environment through peer interaction.
Prepares for the future: Group work provides
experience that is valuable in professional and civic life, as employers highly
value teamwork skills.
Key strategies for effective group work
You can watch this video to learn about managing group work in a cooperative
classroom:
Structure and roles: Assign specific roles to group members to ensure each
person has a meaningful part, such as a Coordinator, Recorder, Spokesperson, or
Reflector.
Intentional group formation: Form groups strategically (e.g., by mixing
different skills, perspectives, or years in college) rather than leaving it to
chance to create a more diverse and inclusive team.
Clear expectations: Set clear rules and expectations, perhaps through a group
contract, that cover aspects like task completion, handling absences, and
dealing with members who are not contributing equally.
Scaffolding and modeling: Model the processes and expectations for group
work to help students succeed.
Provide dedicated time: Allow class time for groups to meet, and have the
instructor circulate to check in with each group, answer questions, and monitor
progress.
Varied activities: Implement a range of group activities, from short,
informal tasks like "think-pair-share" to longer-term projects.
Foster accountability: Ensure individual accountability alongside positive
interdependence, so each student feels responsible for their contribution to
the group's success.
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